Irrigation Team Leader
Staffordshire
£DOE
Are you an experienced irrigation professional looking to take ownership of irrigation and fertigation across a commercial fruit operation?
This is a permanent (or semi-permanent) opportunity within a well-established farming business, offering a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced growing environment.
What's the Job?
As Irrigation Team Leader, you'll be responsible for managing all automated and manual irrigation systems, ensuring crops receive optimal water and nutrient inputs throughout the season. You'll lead the irrigation team and work closely with farm management to drive efficiency and crop performance.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Managing automated and manual irrigation systems across all crops
2. Implementing and monitoring fertigation programmes (EC, pH, nutrients)
3. Inspecting, maintaining and repairing irrigation infrastructure
4. Carrying out crop walks and soil moisture monitoring
5. Le...